Chromatography equipment imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of chromatography equipment by South Africa reached $7.3 million in 2024 (17 tonnes). That is 4% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $7.3M | 17 t |
| 2023 | $7.6M | 17 t |
| 2022 | $8.5M | 20 t |
| 2021 | $3.6M | 9 t |
| 2020 | $3.4M | 127 t |
| 2019 | $5.9M | 15 t |
| 2018 | $5.9M | 15 t |
| 2017 | $6.9M | 18 t |
Where South Africa imports chromatography equipment from
The largest suppliers were Germany (21%), Netherlands (16%), United States (12%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 49%. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+271% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $1.6M | 21% |
| Netherlands | $1.2M | 16% |
| United States | $867K | 12% |
| China | $662K | 9.1% |
| Japan | $560K | 7.7% |
| Canada | $422K | 5.8% |
| Singapore | $406K | 5.6% |
| Switzerland | $378K | 5.2% |
| Sweden | $253K | 3.5% |
| France | $250K | 3.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $424.81 per kg, close to the world average of $357.14.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Chromatography equipment exports from South Africa
South Africa exported $2.4 million of chromatography equipment in 2024 (6 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Zimbabwe (12%), Angola (10%), DR Congo (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 32%. Among the main buyer markets, Tanzania grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zimbabwe | $279K | 12% |
| Angola | $240K | 10% |
| DR Congo | $236K | 9.9% |
| Tanzania | $227K | 9.5% |
| Ethiopia | $212K | 8.9% |
| Kenya | $183K | 7.7% |
| Zambia | $145K | 6.1% |
| Senegal | $139K | 5.9% |
| Ghana | $62K | 2.6% |
| Mauritius | $61K | 2.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa chromatography equipment imports (HS 9027.20): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 9027.20: Chromatographs and electrophoresis instruments.
Common questions
What is the value of chromatography equipment imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported chromatography equipment worth $7.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 17 tonnes. That ranks it 46th of 187 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 4% on 2023.
Which countries supply chromatography equipment to South Africa?
Germany was the largest supplier with 21% of the value ($1.6 million), followed by the Netherlands (16%) and the United States (12%). The top three together account for 49%, out of 32 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 271% on the year.
What is the average import price of chromatography equipment per kg?
The average declared import value was about $424.81 per kg in 2024, 19% above the world average of $357.14 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of chromatography equipment to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.9 million in 2017 to $7.3 million in 2024, an increase of 6%. The peak was 2022 at $8.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.1 million a year.
Does South Africa also export chromatography equipment?
Yes. South Africa exported $2.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zimbabwe, Angola and the DR Congo. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $4.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for chromatography equipment?
The HS code for chromatography equipment is subheading 9027.20. It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9027 page.
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